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A Month of Inspiration: A Micro-Learning Deck | Morning Meeting | Social-Emotional Activities

A Month of Inspiration: A Micro-Learning Deck | Morning Meeting | Social-Emotional Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities

The A Month of Inspiration: A Micro-Learning Deck | Morning Meeting | Social-Emotional Activities resource is an 81-slide download that provides students with social-emotional learning activities that would pair well during a morning meeting. This learning deck is all about inspiration through new mindsets, inspirational celebrities and so much more. This digital mini-lesson includes: -25 lessons -Multimedia -Writing & Discussion Prompts -Digital & Interactive -Extensions Grit & Growth Mindset Students will enjoy interacting with this lesson and each of the activities!

Author Teach Me This

Tags Cooperative Learning, Classroom Community, Social Emotional, Reading Activities

Princess Penelope's Parrot Interactive Read-Aloud Activities

Princess Penelope's Parrot Interactive Read-Aloud Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities

This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book Princess Penelope's Parrot by Helen Lester. With 32 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student's specific needs and academic abilities . Students will investigate illustrations, identify story elements, determine the theme, analyze characters, compare & contrast, make predictions, inferences, & connections, answer questions that require them to think beyond the text, and much more! Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, encourage them to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. ⭐️ This Resource Includes: ⭐️ Making Predictions: Before reading the book, students will make predictions about the text. Story Elements: Students fill in the boxes with words & pictures to represent the story elements. Sequencing: Students will retell & illustrate the important parts of the story. Recalling events in Chronological Order: Students describe and illustrate four major events in the story in chronological order. Summary: Students complete the Somebody, Wanted, Because, But, So graphic organizer and write a summary of the story. Story Event Sort: Students will describe a scene or event from the story that fits into each of the categories & explain how the event made them feel & how it relates to the category. Making Connections: Students make connections to an event from the story. Making Inferences: Students use clues & schema to make inferences while reading the story. Character Traits: Students choose the most important character traits that describe each of the characters and give one to two examples from the story that support the traits they chose. Character Inside & Out (Princess Penelope): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. Character Inside & Out (the Parrot ): Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. Character Feelings (Princess Penelope): Students describe how the character's feelings change throughout the story & give examples of the events that cause them to feel the way they do. Character Feelings (the Parrot ): Students describe how the character's feelings change throughout the story & give examples of the events that cause them to feel the way they do. Character Development (Princess Penelope): Students select character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and give examples from the book to support the traits they chose. Character Development (the parrot): Students select character traits that best describe the character at different times throughout the story and give examples from the book to support the traits they chose. Character Change (the Parrot ): Students will explain how the character changed from the beginning to the end of the story and describe the events that caused the change to happen. Character Response: Students will describe how the characters reacted to the important events in the story. Character Perspective: Students will use the illustrations below and what they remember from the story to answer the questions about character viewpoints. Character Diary Entry: Students write a diary entry from the point of view of the parrot, Princess Penelope, or Prince Percival, expressing their ideas and feelings about an event in the story, and draw a detailed picture to go with their writing. Sketch a Scene From the Story: Students will draw a scene from the story & explain why it's important. Setting the Scene: Students identify three different settings in the story and explain how they know the setting changed. Author's Message: Students describe four important events from the story and put them in chronological order. Then, answer the questions about the author's message. Theme: Students answer the questions to determine which theme best fits the story and provide text evidence to support their choice. 3-2-1: Students will describe three ways in which Princess Penelope’s actions show that she’s a spoiled brat, identify the two most likely reasons that the parrot wanted to embarrass Princess Penelope in front of the Prince, and come up with one word that best describes Princess Penelope and explain why. Before & After: Students will describe and illustrate the parrot’s life before he escaped with Prince Percival and his life after. Thinking About the Text: Students will answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. Thinking Beyond the Text: Students will answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. Sorry, Not Sorry: Students state their opinion on whether Princess Penelope is rude or just very confident. Then, based on their opinion, students will write an apology note or an explanation defending Princess Penelope’s behavior. Book Review: Students will rate and review the book. Compare & Contrast: Students will compare the books Princess Penelope’s Parrot and All For Me and None For All. Lucky Me List: Students make a list of the things they are lucky to have or grateful for. Their list can include clothes, food, pets, people, things, or anything else that they are grateful for in their lives. Crossword Puzzle: Students use the definitions and the word bank to fill in the crossword puzzle (ANSWER KEY included). This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. The book is not included.

Author Creatively Gifted

Tags Fountas And Pinnell, Second Grade, Elementary Ela, Reading Comprehension, Character Traits, Interactive Read-aloud, Picture Book, Read-aloud Activities, Helen Lester, Princess Penelope's Parrot

Bird Talk: What Birds Are Saying and Why Read-Aloud Activities

Bird Talk: What Birds Are Saying and Why Read-Aloud Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities

This picture book companion is a comprehensive supplemental resource for Lita Judge's Bird Talk: What Birds Are Saying and Why . It offers a wide range of 25 print-and-go reading activities tailored to meet diverse student needs and academic levels. The activities are designed to enhance students' reading skills through engaging and thoughtful exercises, focusing on higher-level thinking and text-based evidence. Predictions: Before reading, students predict what the book will be about. KWL Chart: Students fill out what they know and want to learn about bird communication before reading. Afterward, they add new information learned. Chit-Chat Check: Students categorize bird behaviors (greeting, parent check-in, warning) from the book. (Answer key included.) Word Scramble: Students unscramble bird-related words using details from the book. (Answer key included.) Who Am I?: Students match bird descriptions with names, then draw and color each bird. (Answer key included.) Fact or Fiction: Students determine if details from the book are true or made up. (Answer key included.) True or False (Bubble answers only): Students decide if statements are true or false. (Answer key included.) True or False (Bubble answers & correct false statements): Students correct false statements to make them true. (Answer key included.) Showing Off Match-Up: Students match birds with their descriptions. (Answer key included.) Protect, Encourage, and Learn: Students categorize bird behaviors into Protect, Encourage, and Learn. (Answer key included.) Bird Talk Playing Cards: Students create playing cards with bird facts and illustrations. Bird Talk ABCs: Students list bird communication terms alphabetically. Acrostic Poem: Students create a poem using "bird communication" as the theme. Bird Talk Poster: Students make an informative poster on bird communication with illustrations and vocabulary. Word Search Puzzle: Students complete a bird communication-themed word search. (Answer key included.) Crossword Puzzle: Students fill out a bird communication-themed crossword puzzle. (Answer key included.) Bird Yearbook: Students choose birds for superlatives and draw them. Fun Facts about Bird Talk: Students record interesting bird communication facts. New Vocabulary: Students define and illustrate new bird communication terms. Book Review: Students rate and review the book. Bird Matching Game: Students match bird pictures with descriptions in various game formats. Bird Roll & Research: Students roll a die to choose a bird to research using approved resources. This resource provides a comprehensive set of activities designed to engage students in exploring and understanding bird communication while practicing a variety of reading and critical thinking skills.

Author Creatively Gifted

Tags Fountas And Pinnell, Second Grade, Elementary Ela, Reading, Nonfiction, Science, Birds, Informational, Bird Talk: What Birds Are Saying And Why, Animals

Reading Comprehension on Cells, Reproduction and Genetics (PDF)

Reading Comprehension on Cells, Reproduction and Genetics (PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, 7, Activities

Reading Passages on Cells, Reproduction and Genetics for Life Science (Biology) Cells, Reproduction and Genetics: Reading Passages Life Science - Enhance your assessment process with this ready-to-use science reading passage pack. Featuring enjoyable topics and themes, it's tailored to ensure students not only practice but also deepen their scientific understanding in preparation for tests. With questions meticulously aligned to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), the pack dives into intriguing subjects such as circuits, electricity, and energy sources. It's a must-have resource for educators aiming to make learning both fun and fruitful. What's inside? Part 1 - Cells, Reproduction, Genetics Reading Passage 1 : Cells Reading Passage 2 : Cell Parts & Functions Reading Passage 3 : Reproduction & Growth of Cells Reading Passage 4 : Genetics Reading Passage 5 : DNA Reading Passage 6 : Uses of Genetics Product Info: 48 PAGES (PDF Version: US English with Answers) Teaching Duration: 2 Weeks Science Reading Comprehension Outline: Introducing a comprehensive resource tailored for 5th and 6th graders, this product offers enriching reading passages supplemented with illustrative pictures and graphs to clarify key concepts. Aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), it offers a hassle-free approach to teaching, given that the bulk of the preparation is already done for you. The passages present a diverse set of questions – from multiple choice to data analysis and fill-in-the-blanks. This ensures a rich blend of high-interest content and fundamental curriculum-based science themes. With its versatility, you can seamlessly integrate these lessons into various classroom settings, whether it's whole class discussions, morning exercises, independent desk tasks, small group engagements, contingency plans for substitute teachers, regular homework assignments, or even themed activities for holidays. Grade 5/6 Links: Physical Science Part 1 - Physical and Chemical Properties Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Physical Science Part 2 - Motion and Energy Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Physical Science Part 3 - Electricity and Magnets Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Life Science Part 1 - Cells, Reproduction and Genetics Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Life Science Part 2 - Human Body Systems Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Life Science Part 3 - Plant Parts and Ecosystems Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Earth Science Part 1 - Plate Tectonics and Rock Cycle Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Earth Science Part 2 - Ocean Exploration and Natural Resources Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Earth Science Part 3 - Weather and Solar System Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word For similar products and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple .

Author Cored Education

Tags Science, Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Physics, Physical Science, Ccss, Common Core

Sample Fantasy Story w/ Analysis Activities – Secondary ELA

Sample Fantasy Story w/ Analysis Activities – Secondary ELA
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Writing, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Teacher Tools, Assessments, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

This no-prep short fantasy story with analysis activities is perfect for a 1-2 day sub plan or as an introduction to a larger unit on story-genre or creative writing. Richard Post’s “The Lost Room” will appropriately introduce the elements of fantasy storytelling to your students, and the included analysis questions and response essay assignment are designed to build strong analysis and writing skills. Planning a week-long unit around this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the story and analysis questions to your students and let them read the story and answer the questions (or read the story aloud and answer the questions as a discussion - your choice!). Once you feel your students are ready for their understanding of the story to be assessed, hand out the literary analysis essay assignment. The essay's prompt is based upon response questions and the worksheet also includes literary analysis writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-aligned rubric for straightforward grading. Your download includes the following: - The short fantasy narrative "The Lost Room," by Richard Post (written exclusively for The Language of Educational Art) - NINE accompanying response questions (w/ answer key) designed to further your students' understanding of the structure and thematic concepts found in fantasy stories - A self-checking Easel activity version of the analysis questions - A literary analysis essay assignment that builds on students' understanding of "The Lost Room" and how fantasy narratives are structured (40 points - tied to FOUR Common Core Standards) SYNOPSIS OF ‘THE LOST ROOM’: "In Benjamin’s childhood home there was a small room and in that small room was a small door and beyond that small door was the Lost Room." Thus begins Richard Post's allegory about the child Benjamin and the tall wizard Appa Drepa, who guides Benjamin on his journey from the Lost Room to the Tree of Knowledge, the evil Determinator, and the Gold Key to the One Room. Appropriate for all ages, middle and high school students will be challenged by the "The Lost Room's" symbolism and themes. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Richard Post came late to writing YA literature, but he has been a storyteller and raconteur his entire life. When he’s not writing short stories for The Language of Educational Art, he enjoys fishing for rock bass on Higgins Lake, hunting pheasants on the farms of mid-Michigan, bottling sun pickles (here's his famous recipe ), hosting “whoopie” parties for his grandchildren, and playing cribbage. He lives with his wife Beverly in St. Louis, Michigan and Orange Beach, Alabama. Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 9 through 12. The included activities and rubric are subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (1 and 2), Reading Literature (2), and Writing (2). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. This resource contains 13 pages.

Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC

Tags Short Story, Literary Analysis, Writing, Fantasy

Listen Buddy Interactive Read-Aloud Activities

Listen Buddy Interactive Read-Aloud Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities

This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book Listen Buddy by Helen Lester. With 28 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student's specific needs and academic abilities . Students will investigate illustrations, identify story elements, determine the theme, analyze characters, compare & contrast, make predictions, inferences, & connections, answer questions that require them to think beyond the text, and much more! Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, encourage them to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. ⭐️ This Resource Includes: ⭐️ Making Predictions: Before reading the book, students will make predictions about the text. Story Elements: Students fill in the boxes with words & pictures to represent the story elements. Sequencing: Students will retell & illustrate the important parts of the story. Recalling events in Chronological Order: Students describe and illustrate four major events in the story in chronological order. Summary: Students complete the Somebody, Wanted, Because, But, So graphic organizer and write a summary of the story. Story Event Sort: Students will describe a scene or event from the story that fits into each of the categories & explain how the event made them feel & how it relates to the category. Making Connections: Students make connections to an event from the story. Problem & Solution: Students will answer questions related to the problem & solution in the story. Making Inferences: Students use clues & schema to make inferences while reading the story. Character Inside & Out: Students include details from the story to describe what the character says, thinks, does, and feels. Character Feelings: Students describe how the character's feelings change throughout the story & give examples of the events that cause them to feel the way they do. Character Development: Students select character traits that best describe Uncle Jim at different times throughout the story and give examples from the book to support the traits they chose. Character Change: Students will explain how the character changed from the beginning to the end of the story and describe the events that caused the change to happen. Character Acrostic Poem: Students will write an acrostic poem that describes Buddy. Sketch a Scene From the Story: Students will draw a scene from the story & explain why it's important. Setting Influences the Plot: Students will draw a scene from the story that takes place in one of the settings and write about what happened there and why it was important to the plot. Setting the Scene: Students identify three different settings in the story and explain how they know the setting changed. Buddy Didn’t Listen: Students draw and label a picture of what Buddy heard or did when his parents asked him to do something. Be a Better Listener: Students read the text from the story and draw a picture of what Buddy was doing when someone was speaking to him. Then explain what Buddy should have done to be a better listener. Author's Message: Students describe four important events from the story and put them in chronological order. Then, answer the questions about the author's message. Theme: Students answer the questions to determine which theme best fits the story and provide text evidence to support their choice. 3-2-1: Students will list three mistakes that Buddy makes because he didn’t listen, explain two reasons that Buddy doesn’t hear what he is being asked to do, and come up with one word that describes Buddy the best and explain why. Before & After: Students describe and illustrate Buddy’s character before he met Scruffy Varmint and after. Thinking About the Text: Students answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. Pick a Path: Students will pay close attention to the illustrations on pages 16-17 and draw their own version of the scene, adding details that show one path is safe and details that show the other path is dangerous. Good Listeners: Students will list at least 4 important things that good listeners should do and four things that a good listener shouldn’t do. Book Review: Students will rate and review the book. Compare & Contrast: Students will compare the books Listen Buddy and Hooway for Wodney Wat. This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. The book is not included.

Author Creatively Gifted

Tags Fountas And Pinnell, Second Grade, Elementary Ela, Reading Comprehension, Character Traits, Interactive Read-aloud, Picture Book, Read-aloud Activities, Helen Lester, Listen Buddy

Types of Conflict in Literature: Handout and Illustrating Examples Activity

Types of Conflict in Literature: Handout and Illustrating Examples Activity
Creative Arts, Art, ELA, Graphic Arts, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities

If you are teaching your students about the different types of conflict in plays, novels, short stories and movies, check out this visual assignment to add to your teaching toolkit! It includes a handout which reviews the parts of a story (exposition, the rising action, climax, the falling action and the resolution) as well as the protagonist versus the antagonist. Then you can teach your students about four distinct types of conflict in all kinds of literature: 1) Character versus Character : A conflict between the main character and a villain or antagonist. 2) Character versus Society : A conflict between the main character and parts of the specific society they live within. 3) Character versus Nature : A conflict between the main character and nature including hunger, animals, or extreme weather. 4) Character versus Self : A conflict between the main character and their desires, ethics, or thoughts. Next, help your class brainstorm examples of each type of conflict from popular books, movies and plays they know. Students will illustrate each type of conflict on their graphic organizer. This is an easy way to help your pupils find meaning in and recall their learning. The completed illustrations can make a wonderful bulletin board display. An Answer Key is Included! Grades to Use With: This lesson could easily work in grades 5-10 or high school special education classrooms. The majority of the student work is illustrating scenes from books, plays, movies, or short stories to demonstrate each type of conflict. What's Included: 4 Page PDF: Title Page and Instructions Handout (Vocabulary and Brainstorming) 4 Types of Conflict Illustrating Activity Sample Answer Key Standards: CCSSRL.6.3 Describe how a particular story’s or drama’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution. CCSSCCRA.R.10 Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently.

Author Grace Under Pressure

Tags Types Of Conflict, Conflict, Literature, Comprehension, Reading Strategies, Character, Parts Of A Story, Climax, Protagonist, Novel

AP Word Family Sentence Matching

AP Word Family Sentence Matching
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities, Centers

With this AP words CVC word sentence and picture matching literacy center , students can practice reading comprehension and reading fluency. This reading comprehension activity uses decodable sentences, with words that follow the CVC spelling rule, as well as bold, easy to recognize pictures to match or sort. This AP Word Family packet includes: This resource includes as set of sentence cards that focus on AP words and early sight words. Each sentence has a colorful picture to match the sentence. How to Use this Resource: In this literacy activity, students will read each sentence on each card, and then they will match the sentence to the correct image. This activity will make a great literacy station for kindergartners and first graders who are learning CVC words and reading comprehension. This literacy activity allows students to receive tons of practice reading AP words in the context of sentences. These simple sentence and picture matching activity will allow students to have a tactile way to practice reading comprehension that focuses on words in the AP word family. They will stay engaged and have fun as they complete this literacy activity. Students can work independently or with a partner to complete this literacy center . Alternative Ways to Use this Resource: The teacher can place magnets on the back of each picture card and sentence card, and then use a cookie tray to sort the cards. The magnets will keep the cards from sliding around. The teacher can place the sentence strips in a file folder and place hook and loop fasteners to the picture cards and the file folders to make file folder sorting activity. Where to Use: Morning Tubs or Baskets - These cards can be placed in a morning bin for students to complete as they wait for their classmates to arrive to class. Literacy Center - Place the cards in a literacy center for students to complete alone or with a partner. Small Group Instruction - Teachers can pull aside small groups of students to complete this activity. Matching Game - Students can match pictures to sentences. Skills Assessed: This deck allows students to practice reading CVC words from the AP word family as well as testing students' reading comprehension skills with simple sentences. This reading comprehension activity is low prep. Teacher simply need to print the activity, cut apart the cards and laminate, if desired, for a reusable center . The pieces can be stored inside a pencil box or bag for easy set up, clean up, and storage.

Author The Connett Connection

Tags Sentence Reading Comprehension, Reading Comprehension, Literacy Center, CVC Words, Kindergarten Literacy, Literacy Station, Phonics Station, AP Words, AP Word Family

Giant Pandas by Gail Gibbons Interactive Read-Aloud Activities

Giant Pandas by Gail Gibbons Interactive Read-Aloud Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, Vocabulary, Research, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities

This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book Giant Pandas by Gail Gibbons. With 22 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, this resource is ideal for customizing learning to your student's specific needs and academic abilities . Students will apply listening and note-taking skills, investigate different types of pandas, compare & contrast, make inferences and connections, learn and apply new vocabulary, identify and gain information using text and graphic features, answer questions that require them to think beyond the text, and so much more! Students will love the engaging and fun activities, and you will appreciate the time saved hunting for high-level resources to teach reading concepts that students frequently struggle with. The activities provided are designed to enable students to apply higher-level thinking skills, encourage them to provide text evidence to support their thinking, and challenge them to express their own thoughts and/or perspectives. ⭐️ This Resource Includes: ⭐️ Making Predictions: Before reading, students will make predictions about the book. “Giant Pandas” Student Notes Booklet: While reading the story, students will take notes in their booklets. This activity includes 12 half-pages (ANSWER KEY included). Print the booklets double-sided and select the printing option, "flip on the short side." Giant Panda Diagram: Students will label the giant panda diagram using the words in the word bank (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Word Scramble: Students use the details from the book to unscramble the words (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Giant Panda Growth Timeline: Students will complete the timeline by describing what the panda looks like and what they can do at each stage of their life (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Fact or Fiction: Students determine whether the details are facts from the story or made-up (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). True or False (bubble answers ONLY): Students read the statements and determine whether they are true (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). True or False (bubble answers & correct the false statement): Students determine if the statements are true or false, and rewrite the false statements to make them true (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Text Organization: Students read the main ideas, find three supporting details for each one, and select the text structure the author used to organize the information on the given pages (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Cause & Effect: Students match up the causes to the effects (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). 3-2-1: Students describe three characteristics of giant pandas, give two reasons that the giant panda population is getting smaller, and choose one word that best describes giant pandas and explain why. Thinking About the Text: Students will answer the questions about the story & include examples from the text to support their answers. Giant Panda ABCs: Students write words or phrases that begin with each letter of the alphabet to show what they learned about giant pandas. Word Search Puzzle: Students use the clues to fill in the puzzle. Words can go across or down. Letters are shared when the words intersect (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). Long Research Project on Giant Pandas: Students conduct research to learn more about giant pandas. Includes the following: p. 1: KWL graphic organizer p. 2: Describe Giant Pandas - CAN - HAVE -ARE p. 3: Animal Species - Habitat - Diet p. 4: Fun Facts p. 5: New Vocabulary P. 6: Research Summary Report One-Page Research Project on Giant Pandas: Students conduct research to learn more about giant pandas and complete a one-page report with facts regarding the habitat, features, diet, movement, and interesting facts. Panda Roll & Research: Students roll a die to see which panda species they will research to learn more about. Then, they research using teacher-approved websites and informational texts to find information to answer the guiding questions. This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. The book is not included.

Author Creatively Gifted

Tags Fountas And Pinnell, Second Grade, Elementary Ela, Reading, Nonfiction, Science, Life Cycle, Giant Pandas By Gail Gibbons, Giant Pandas, Animals

The Secret Shortcut, by Mark Teague Read-Aloud Activities

The Secret Shortcut, by Mark Teague Read-Aloud Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities

Enhance your students' reading experience with this comprehensive companion for The Secret Shortcut, by Mark Teague. Featuring 39 ready-to-use activities, this resource is perfect for customizing learning to meet your students' needs and academic abilities. Designed to save you time and engage students effectively, these activities foster higher-level thinking skills and encourage textual evidence-based responses. Students will enjoy interactive and educational activities, while you appreciate having high-quality resources at your fingertips. INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE: Making Predictions Judging by the Cover Story Elements Sequencing Recalling Events in Chronological Order The Secret Shortcut Map Secret Shortcut to School Summary Story Event Sort Problem & Solution Minor Problems & Solutions Realistic or Fantasy Making Connections Making Inferences Character Traits (Floyd) Character Traits (Wendell) Character Traits (Floyd & Wendell) Character Inside & Out (Floyd) Character Inside & Out (Wendell) Character Feelings (Floyd) Character Feelings (Wendell) Overcoming Obstacles Acrostic Poem Sketch a Scene From the Story Setting the Scene Thinking About the Text Thinking Beyond the Text 3-2-1 Theme Author's Message Crossword Puzzle Word Search Puzzle Wait... There's More! Excuses for Being Late to School Compound Words Caught on Social Media Book Review This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. The book is not included.

Author Creatively Gifted

Tags Reading Comprehension, Reading, Upper Elementary Reading, Picture Book , Read-aloud Activities, Interactive Read-aloud Activities, Book Companion, ELAR

Snowflake Bentley Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA

Snowflake Bentley Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities

The Snowflake Bentley Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA This inclusive teaching resource provides 47 print-and-go tools designed to encourage active learning in key areas such as comprehension, literature, and reading. This product encompasses a range of engaging activities intended to enrich students' understanding of the book Snowflake Bentley by Jacqueline Briggs Martin. TYPES OF RESOURCES INCLUDED: Comprehensive graphic organizers Diverse book companion content Interactive activities and worksheets IMPLEMENTATION: The application can vary depending on the needs or focus of each class: Whole group management: Teachers can assign tasks based on daily objectives. Small group discussions: These resources enable in-depth consideration of focused themes or concepts at a manageable pace. Homework assignments : Parents can reinforce what has been taught during school hours through these outsourced activities. SPECIFIC SKILLS TARGETED INCLUDE: Cause & effect determination Analyzing settings Note: this is not limited only Language Arts lessons but also extending towards other subjects such History or Science studies . The templates provided enables students to develop summary construction skills using the 'Somebody Wanted Because But So' method where children are tasked with identifying ideas within set categories. This encourages comprehensible and succinct statement formation covering pertinent incidents from their selected narratives. Heightsening creativity expressions, fostering research habits along with already incorporated educational prompts embodies an ideal academic-artistic alliance essential for holistic child development purposes. This set makes teaching easier while guaranteeing that objectives are met in an enjoyable and fulfilling manner. All resources are presented in an easy-to-use PDF format, allowing for effortless downloading, printing and integration into any teaching setting.

Author Creatively Gifted

Tags Snowflake Bentley, Read Aloud, Book Companion, Comprehension, Literacy

Reading Comprehension: Context Cluster - FLASH-MAC

Reading Comprehension: Context Cluster - FLASH-MAC
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities

Reading Comprehension: Context Cluster - FLASH-MAC FLASH-MAC is a valuable teaching tool designed to enhance reading comprehension skills in upper elementary and middle school students. This learner-centered activity centers around classic novel Charlotte's Web , offering a unique approach to vocabulary development and contextual sense-making. The resource blends simplicity with effectiveness, demanding from the students by providing opportunities to discern word meanings using context clues in an engaging reading passage highlighted with more than surface-level understanding. It nudges learners towards mastering synonym and antonym identification through contextualized exploration. Included Material: Detailed instructions for implementing this activity into your classroom routine. Suitability for multiple instructional settings like whole group instruction, small learning circles or individual tasks. You can tap this resource during interactive read alouds or silent independent reading sessions to stimulate meaningful discussions on how context informs understanding. As an extra learning reinforcement tool, it can be given out as homework stirring linguistic curiosity beyond the regular classroom setting. Congruence & Compatibility: The "Reading Comprehension: Context Cluster - FLASH-MAC" aligns with core language arts standards observed across grade 5 through 8 curricula levels. Its compatibility with MAC software makes it a viable choice for traditional as well as homeschool setups. Note: Familiarity with Charlotte's Web will add spice but is not mandatory for successful completion of exercises within this digital tool; The spotlight is on fostering critical thinking skills when encountering unknown words during any reading scenario making it integral part of language arts comprehension units. In essence, if you aim at fortifying vocabulary among your students - 'Reading Comprehension: Context Cluster-FLASH MAC' is worth considering. This hands-on learning aid provides practical vocabulary mastery strategies, equipping pupils with lifetime confidence in handling intricate literary texts.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Software (Mac)

AT Words Matching Mats

AT Words Matching Mats
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities, Centers

Students can practice reading comprehension skills with these AT word family mats. Students can practice reading AT words in isolation and in the context of sentences. The words in this set follow a CVC or CCVC spelling pattern. Included in this resource: This resource includes one word mat and one sentence mat, both for reading AT words in insolation and in context. There are also picture cards that correspond with each word and sentence. To complete this activity , students will read each AT word or sentence on the mat and then match the corresponding pictures. Students can work independently or with a partner to complete this activity . How to Use these AT word Family Mats: The students can simply lay the images on top of the word or sentence. They can be placed in a file folder utilizing hook and loop fasteners to attach the images. A magnetic activity can be created by using a baking sheet and magnets to affix the images. Students will love the hands-on nature of this activity . The bold and colorful images will capture students' attention, and the easy to recognize pictures are sure to keep students engaged in learning. These literacy activities allow students to practice target words both in the context of sentences and in isolation. Where can these mats be used? Literacy Center - Students can work independently or with a partner to read these words Morning Tub or Basket - The cards can be placed in a morning bin for students to work on as students arrive to class. Small Group Activity - The teacher can choose a small group of students or a specific group of words for students to work on in a small group setting with the teacher. Hands On Assessment - The teacher can use these to test students on reading the target words in context or in isolation. Skills assessed through this activity : Reading AT words in context of a sentence and in isolation Reading comprehension The low-prep nature of this AM words matching mats activity makes it an easy to assign activity . The mats simply need to be printed out, while the matching cards need to be printed and cut. Lamination is optional for increased durability. Once created, this resource can be used repeatedly in literacy centers or small group activities, providing ongoing support for students' learning journey.

Author The Connett Connection

Tags Literacy Center, Phonics Activity, Kindergarten Literacy, Matching Mats, Simple Sentences, Reading Comprehension, CVC Words, AT Words, AT Word Family

Reading Passages on Properties of Objects and Materials (PDF)

Reading Passages on Properties of Objects and Materials (PDF)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Science, Physics, Common Core, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities

Reading Passages on Properties of Objects and Materials for Physical Science This comprehensive package Properties of Objects and Materials: Reading Passages Physical Science enables your students to practice reading strategies and learn essential science topics for the week. All of this is made easier by the fact that the bulk of the work is already completed for you. Physical properties and states of matter are the focus of the reading materials. What's inside? Part I Passage 1 : Observable Physical Properties of Objects & Materials Passage 2 : Measuring Physical Properties Passage 3 : Classification of Matter Passage 4 : States of Matter Passage 5 : Change of Phase Product Info: 28 pages Teaching Duration: 2 Weeks Science Reading Comprehension Outline: Targeted for students in 3rd and 4th grades, these reading passages are enhanced with illustrations and graphs to elucidate critical points. Each lesson aligns with the Common Core State Standards, allowing you to integrate science reading practice effortlessly, knowing that minimal preparation is needed on your part. Each passage comes with a variety of questions in different formats, including multiple-choice formats, data analysis, and fill-in-the-blanks. The topics covered strike a balance between engaging content and core curriculum -based science subjects. Versatile in application, these lessons are suitable for a variety of settings such as whole-class instruction, morning activities, independent desk work, small group discussions, contingency plans for substitute teachers, homework assignments, or even special holiday-themed tasks. Grade 3/4 Links: Physical Science Part 1 - Properties of Objects and Materials Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Physical Science Part 2 - Position and Motion of Objects Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Physical Science Part 3 - Light, Heat, Electricity, Magnetism Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Life Science Part 1 - Characteristics of Organisms Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Life Science Part 2 - Life Cycles of Organisms Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Life Science Part 3 - Organisms and Environments Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Earth Science Part 1 - Properties of Earth Materials Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Earth Science Part 2 - Changes in the Earth and Sky Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Earth Science Part 3 - Objects in the Sky Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word For similar products and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple .

Author Cored Education

Tags Science, Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Physics, Physical Science, Ccss, Common Core

Character Comparison Activity

Character Comparison Activity
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities

If you want to give students extra practice with comprehension skills, I have just the resource for you! What You Get: This is a Character Comparison Activity that was designed for upper elementary students who have learning or are reviewing this skill. This resource is a 4-page printable. How To Implement This Resource: You will print off enough copies for each student to have. Students will read the 3-page story titled “The Puffed Up Pig.” Because this is a comprehension activity, it’ll be most beneficial to allow students to read this story more than once. You might choose to begin by reading it as a whole group. For a second read, you can have students read it with a partner or in a small group. For a final read, have students read the story independently. When students have finished reading, they will select 2 characters from the story that they want to compare. They will write similarities and differences for the characters and draw a sketch to represent each one. I hope you enjoy! Here are more of my resources for you to enjoy: Total Solar Eclipse Worksheet Recognizing Fractions Worksheet Long U Matching Puzzle 1.OA.5 Common Core Math Lesson Point of View Activity Rounding to the Nearest Hundred Thousandth Worksheet You can find more resources at my storefront here: Have Fun Teaching

Author Have Fun Teaching

Tags Reading Worksheet, Small Group Reading, Independent Activity, Graphic Organizer, Compare And Contrast, Venn Diagram, Character Comparison

Never Smile at a Monkey by Steve Jenkins Read-Aloud Activities

Never Smile at a Monkey by Steve Jenkins Read-Aloud Activities
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities

This picture book companion is a comprehensive supplemental resource for Never Smile at a Monkey by Steve Jenkins. It includes 25 ready-to-use, print-and-go activities designed to meet the needs of all learning levels. Created with teachers in mind, this resource saves you time while providing students with engaging opportunities to demonstrate their understanding and newly acquired knowledge through interactive read-alouds. The activities cover a range of skills, from basic comprehension to critical thinking. THIS RESOURCE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING: Making Predictions KWL Graphic Organizer Never Smile At a Monkey - Student Notes Booklet Word Scramble (2 Versions) Who Am I? True or False (Bubble Answers ONLY) True or False (Bubble Answers & Correct the False Statement) Bar Graph (Animal Size in Feet) Bar Graph (Animal Size in Inches) Animal Size Showdown 3-2-1 Thinking About the Text Thinking Beyond the Text Making Connections Dangerous Animals Playing Cards Dangerous Animals ABCs Dangerous Animals Poster 2 - Word Search Puzzles 2 - Crossword Puzzle Dangerous Animals Superlatives Fun Facts about Dangerous Animals New Vocabulary Book Review This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. The book is not included.

Author Creatively Gifted

Tags Reading Comprehension, Reading, Upper Elementary Reading, Picture Book , Read-aloud Activities, Interactive Read-aloud Activities, Book Companion, ELAR, Steve Jenkins, Animals

Bugs A to Z Read Aloud Book Companion

Bugs A to Z Read Aloud Book Companion
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Science, Life Sciences, Insects, Grade 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities

This picture book companion is a complete supplemental resource for the book Bugs A to Z by Caroline Lawton. It includes 21 print-and-go reading activities to choose from, making this resource ideal for customizing learning to your student's specific needs and academic abilities . Students will investigate various bugs and insects, conduct research, identify true and false details, compare & contrast, make inferences and connections, learn and apply new vocabulary, answer questions that require them to think beyond the text, and much more! Students will be captivated by the stimulating activities, while educators will value the saved effort in searching for premium resources to tackle complex reading concepts. The activities on offer aim to promote advanced cognitive skills, urge students to cite textual justifications for their conclusions, and motivate them to articulate their personal opinions and views. ⭐️ This Resource Includes: ⭐️ ◾ Who Am I?: Students will match the bugs in the word bank to the descriptions and draw and color a picture of each bug (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Bug Word Scramble: Students use the details from the book to unscramble the words (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Fly, Crawl, or Hop?: Students cut out the bugs, sort them based on how they move around, and then glue them on the chart (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Fact or Fiction: Students determine whether the details are facts from the story or made-up. ◾ True or False (bubble answers ONLY): Students read the details and determine if they are true or false (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ True or False (bubble answers & correcting the false details): Students determine if the details are true or false and rewrite the false statements to make them true (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Bug Trading Cards : Students create trading cards for their six favorite bugs from the book. ◾ Butterfly Match-Up: Students cut out the butterflies below and glue them in the correct description box (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ All Kinds of Bugs Crossword Puzzle: Students use the clues and the word bank to fill in the crossword puzzle (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Creepy Crawlers Crossword Puzzle: Students use the clues and the word bank to fill in the crossword puzzle (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Things That Fly Crossword Puzzle: Students use the clues and the word bank to fill in the crossword puzzle (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Incredible Insects Word Search Puzzle: Students use the clues to fill in the puzzle. Words can go across or down. Letters are shared when the words intersect (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Insects With Wings Word Search Puzzle: Students use the clues to fill in the puzzle. Words can go across or down. Letters are shared when the words intersect (ANSWER KEY INCLUDED). ◾ Bugs A-Z Yearbook: Students will draw and label bugs for each superlative. ◾ Book Review: Students will rate and review the book. ◾ Investigating Insects (4 versions are included): Students roll a die to see which insect they will research to learn more about. Then, they conduct research using teacher-approved websites and informational texts to look for information to answer the provided questions. ◾ Bugs A-Z Matching Game: Cut out the picture and description cards. Students match the bug to the correct description. This can be played in a variety of ways, such as as a matching game or a memory game. Students can play at their table groups, with a partner, or in centers. ◾ 24 - Bug Bingo Cards (3x3): Students match the clues to the bugs pictured on their bingo cards using a dot marker or bingo chip to mark each bug as it is described or called out. If they get four in a row, they call BINGO and win. ◾ 24 - Bug Bingo Cards (4x4): Students match the clues to the bugs pictured on their bingo cards using a dot marker or bingo chip to mark each bug as it is described or called out. If they get four in a row, they call BINGO and win. ◾ Bug Bingo PowerPoint Presentation: This PowerPoint presentation can be used when you play Bug Bingo to project random bugs from the book onto the screen. Just open PowerPoint in presentation mode and click the button to show randomized slides of the bugs. This resource is for extension read-aloud activities only. The book is not included. ⭐️ You may also like: ⭐ TEXT SET #1: "The Importance of Friendship" ◾ A Weekend With Wendell Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ First Come the Zebra Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ This is Our House Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Horace and Morris But Mostly Dolores Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ The Old Woman Who Named Things Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA TEXT SET #3: "Finding Your Way in a New Place" ◾ Grandfather Counts Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ The Have a Good Day Cafe, Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Roses for Gita Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Mango, Abuela, and Me, Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Home at Last Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA TEXT SET #7: "Exploring Narrative Nonfiction" ◾ Cactus Hotel Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ A Log's Life Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Salmon Stream Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ◾ Think of an Eel Read Aloud Book Companion Activities for IRA ✨Be sure to check out my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/creatively-gifted

Author Creatively Gifted

Tags IRA, Picture Book Activities, Read Aloud Lessons, Interactive Read Aloud Activities, Elementary Reading, Reading Comprehension, Fountas And Pinnell IRA, Family, Second Grade, Memory Stories

Giraffe Unit Study

Giraffe Unit Study
Creative Arts, Art, ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Language Development, Vocabulary, Spelling, Writing, Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Human Body, Biology, Grade 3, 4, 5, Activities, Crafts, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Presentations, Graphic Organizers, Projects, Assessments, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Giraffe Unit Study The Giraffe Unit Study presents a captivating method to both introduce and expand students' understanding about giraffes. This ready-to-go unit study is structured primarily for elementary teachers and homeschooling parents, enhancing students' knowledge of giraffes through interactive activities. Targeted Learning Styles & Diverse Topics The unit throws light on varied topics such as interactions between giraffes and other species, human impact on their population, scientific research etc which in turn nurtures curiosity in kids. Online presentations with pre-recorded voiceovers for visual and auditory learners Reading passages for bookworms Note-taking pages integrated with graphic organizers for the writers at heart are some of the formats used. Crafting sessions encourage creativity while learning about these fascinating creatures. Inclusive Lessons & Additional Resources All lessons are shaped keeping differential learning styles in mind therefore increasing inclusivity among all students irrespective of their cognitive abilities. The curriculum is further enriched with: Vocabulary word cards paired with dictionary work, Comprehension worksheets from various reading passages, Discussion questions following each lesson as well as regular assessments to keep track of student's comprehension skills. Cross-Curricular Subjects & Scientific Insights Included! The hands-on activities like crafting not only demand active participation but also creatively connect Art (drawing), English language arts along with geography - all seamlessly woven together! It also introduces key scientific topics such as anatomy & physiology providing valuable insights into giraffe adaptations because every learner deserves to know how unique these grassland inhabitants are! The exploration into conservation and scientific research is a cherry on top! Fuel for Imagination & Independent Thinking The avenues of usage include group exploration outdoors, small group discussions, individual homework assignments or even co-reading sessions. The possibilities are limitless! With the Giraffe Unit Study, every aspect has been carefully planned out with each young learner's academic journey at the heart because education should never be mundane and it won't be, thanks to this unit.

Author Heather Huhman

Tags Giraffes, Unit Study, Interactive Activities, Science Education, Conservation Efforts

ET Words Matching Mats

ET Words Matching Mats
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities, Centers

Students can practice reading comprehension skills with these ET word family mats. Students can practice reading ET words in isolation and in the context of sentences. The words in this set follow a CVC or CCVC spelling pattern. Included in this resource: This resource includes one word mat and one sentence mat, both for reading ET words in insolation and in context. There are also picture cards that correspond with each word and sentence. To complete this activity, students will read each EN word or sentence on the mat and then match the corresponding pictures. Students can work independently or with a partner to complete this activity. How to Use these ET word Family Mats: The students can simply lay the images on top of the word or sentence. They can be placed in a file folder utilizing hook and loop fasteners to attach the images. A magnetic activity can be created by using a baking sheet and magnets to affix the images. Students will love the hands-on nature of this activity. The bold and colorful images will capture students' attention, and the easy to recognize pictures are sure to keep students engaged in learning. These literacy activities allow students to practice target words both in the context of sentences and in isolation. Where can these mats be used? Literacy Center - Students can work independently or with a partner to read these words Morning Tub or Basket - The cards can be placed in a morning bin for students to work on as students arrive to class. Small Group Activity - The teacher can choose a small group of students or a specific group of words for students to work on in a small group setting with the teacher. Hands On Assessment - The teacher can use these to test students on reading the target words in context or in isolation. Skills assessed through this activity: Reading ET words in context of a sentence and in isolation Reading comprehension The low-prep nature of this ET words matching mats activity makes it an easy to assign activity. The mats simply need to be printed out, while the matching cards need to be printed and cut. Lamination is optional for increased durability. Once created, this resource can be used repeatedly in literacy centers or small group activities, providing ongoing support for students' learning journey.

Author The Connett Connection

Tags Literacy Center, Phonics Activity, Kindergarten Literacy, Matching Mats, Simple Sentences, Reading Comprehension, CVC Words, ET Words, ET Word Family

Reading Comprehension on Position and Motion of Objects (Word)

Reading Comprehension on Position and Motion of Objects (Word)
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Common Core, Grade 2, 3, 4, Activities

Reading Passages on Position and Motion of Objects for Physical Science Position and Motion of Objects: Reading Passages Physical Science incorporates science literacy seamlessly into your teaching plans. The pack not only facilitates learning in crucial scientific domains but also offers an engaging variety of questions to reinforce comprehension. Focused on essential topics like motion, forces, and sound, these passages serve as a dual-purpose educational tool. By integrating this resource, you'll be able to tackle key scientific concepts while also honing your students' reading skills. The diverse set of questions that follow each passage—spanning multiple-choice, analytical, and more—provide a comprehensive approach to understanding both the text and the scientific principles it covers. What's inside? Part 2 - Position & Motion of Objects. Reading Passage 1 : Position, Distance, and Motion Reading Passage 2 : Pushing and Pulling Forces Reading Passage 3 : Sound, Hearing, and Force Reading Passage 4 : Characteristics of Sound Product Info: 23 pages Teaching Duration: 2 Weeks Science Reading Comprehension Outline: Targeted for students in 3rd and 4th grades, these reading passages are enhanced with illustrations and graphs to elucidate critical points. Each lesson aligns with the Common Core State Standards, allowing you to integrate science reading practice effortlessly, knowing that minimal preparation is needed on your part. Each passage comes with a variety of questions in different formats, including multiple-choice formats, data analysis, and fill-in-the-blanks. The topics covered strike a balance between engaging content and core curriculum -based science subjects. Versatile in application, these lessons are suitable for a variety of settings such as whole-class instruction, morning activities, independent desk work, small group discussions, contingency plans for substitute teachers, homework assignments, or even special holiday-themed tasks. Grade 3/4 Links: Physical Science Part 1 - Properties of Objects and Materials Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Physical Science Part 2 - Position and Motion of Objects Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Physical Science Part 3 - Light, Heat, Electricity, Magnetism Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Life Science Part 1 - Characteristics of Organisms Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Life Science Part 2 - Life Cycles of Organisms Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Life Science Part 3 - Organisms and Environments Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Earth Science Part 1 - Properties of Earth Materials Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Earth Science Part 2 - Changes in the Earth and Sky Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word Earth Science Part 3 - Objects in the Sky Google Docs/Slides/Forms PDF PPT Word For similar products and other frees, do check out Cored Group on TeachSimple .

Author Cored Education

Tags Science, Elementary, Reading, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Answers, Physics, Physical Science, Ccss, Common Core

Novel Study on "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini - Research Project

Novel Study on "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini - Research Project
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Writing, Literature, Library, Research, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities

Novel Study on "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini - Research Project This English Language and Arts Research Project on "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini ( Novel Study ) aims to make learners discover this Coming of Age Novel set in Afghanistan on a deeper level (Character's Description, Chapter Reading Comprehension Questions, Novel Analysis + Writing Activity to engage with the novel read) Within this Novel Study Research on "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini , it is offered: 2 worksheets to write research outcomes 32 Cards to fish for this Novel Study Project on " The Kite Runner " How does this Novel Study on "The Kite Runner" Teaching Resource work? learners (or groups) fish a Research Topic card of each color (black for characters, green for chapters comprehension questions, purple for novel analysis and orange for writing activity prompts) each student or group makes their personalized Research Project on "The Kite Runner", by focusing on their fished topic cards (ex. fished black card on Characters on "Amir", green card on chapters on "Chapters 1-3", purple Cards on Novel analysis on the themes and a orange card on Book Review Writing Prompt) Learners stick their fished cards on their research worksheet and write their Novel Study Project's outcomes Learners make a presentation on their personalized rersearch on "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini teacher evaluates research given learner or group's research outcomes written on worksheets Why is this Teaching Resource worth using? By fishing topic cards, students have a chance to: make unique randomized research projects focus on specific topics only and discover more the research Novel in "non-superficial" ways Connect their own Research outcomes with their peers' This Novel Study on " The Kite Runner " PDF Printable Research Project Teaching (6 slides) can be great for learners from 7th grade to 12th grade (high school) to study this Novel by the Afghan-American novelist Khaled Hosseini. Learning with Alan is a Brand New Teaching Resource/Educational Material Store whose aim is to help Teachers, Educators and Tutors to achieve their teaching objectives while creating a fun and stimulating environment. Never Forget! If you want to browse more of my Teaching Resources, click here Learning with Alan!

Author Learning with Alan

Tags Kite Runner, Afghanistan, Novel Study, Project, Research, Worksheet, Cards, Printable, Comprehension, Reading

Mock Application Forms Filling Out Forms Practice Pack Grade 6 7 8

Mock Application Forms Filling Out Forms Practice Pack Grade 6 7 8
ELA, Life Studies, Home Economics, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Career, Grade 6, 7, 8, Activities

Teach your students with very important life skills of filling out forms with this Mock Application Forms: Filling Out Forms Practice Pack. This resource is packed with real-life forms that can be encountered in real life scenarios and are amazing way for students to have practical experience with. Made for Grade 6, 7, 8 students, homeschoolers and ESL / EFL learners, this pack is created to target and develop skills that can help learners to pay attention to details, follow instructions and understand the purpose of these forms that they are completing. This set contains differentiated forms with a variety of designs to choose from with main forms on: 1. Student Information Forms 2. Library Card Application Forms 3. Job / Employment Application Forms 4. Bank Account Application / Opening Forms 5. Passport Application Forms 6. Patient Information Forms Designed to be integrated to different subject areas, each form is thoughtfully made to mirror life-like scenarios with engaging and interactive aspect to it. This is also an essential supplemental tool for any teachers to use in their curriculum as well as a form of assessment tool. Note: Please read the introduction before using the forms with regards to security and privacy concerns.

Author It's Teacher L

Tags Filling Out Forms, Filling Out Form Practice, Job Application, Bank Forms, Medical Forms, Passport, Student Information

Reading Writing Games | Word Definitions 3

Reading Writing Games | Word Definitions 3
Special Resources, ELA, Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Language Development, ESL, Writing, Handwriting, Vocabulary, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities

This series of PDF resources focuses on identifying noun concepts, with engaging visualizations ( pictures and graphic arrangements ) of vocabulary by topic. The activity materials in this assignment are designed to help students develop their vocabulary and reading comprehension skills through interactive activities and real-life examples. It includes clear definitions of words from common categories and can also serve as discussion prompts to encourage critical and analytical thinking, deepen your understanding of the language, and improve your communication skills . This resource is designed to be accessible and engaging to all students . Ideal for teaching English as a Second Language and intervention sessions on learning difficulties. Clear and concise language, visual aids and interactive activities help students easily understand and remember information, integrating visual and kinesthetic elements. You can choose from a variety of worksheets that suit your student's level, interests, and printing preferences. Each category topic includes : 2 sets of Flash cards ( definition sentence / image, image / definition sentence ) 2 sets of Flash cards ( definition word / phrase, definition phrase / word ) 3 Anagram strings ( mixed letters of single words or in definition text ) 1 Crossword ( word definition ) 2 sets of linked activities Draw a Line ( definition / image, image / definition ) 2 sets of matching activities Draw a line ( word / definition, definition / word ) 2 series of Quizzes ( definition / image, image / definition ) 2 series of Quizzes ( word / definition, definition / word ) 3 Wheels of Fortune ( words, definitions, images ) 1 Word Search page for ( word definition ) 2 Writing Boards ( words, definitions ) 2 Blank Boards ( words, definitions ) * Use as-is or create your own board games, like Snap, Memory, Match to Sample, and Knowledge Races . Distribute it as morning exercises, quiet time and focus activities, independent workbooks, or fun homework . 42 PDF Pages

Author WORDS ASIDE

Tags Esl, Word Defining, Semantics, Word Search, Anagram, Flash Cards, Centers, Crossword, Category Vocabulary, Words Aside

IG Words Matching Mats

IG Words Matching Mats
ELA, Language Development, Phonics, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Preschool, Grade 1, Activities, Centers

Students can practice reading comprehension skills with these IG word family mats. Students can practice reading IG words in isolation and in the context of sentences. The words in this set follow a CVC or CCVC spelling pattern. Included in this resource: This resource includes one word mat and one sentence mat, both for reading IG words in insolation and in context. There are also picture cards that correspond with each word and sentence. To complete this activity, students will read each IG word or sentence on the mat and then match the corresponding pictures. Students can work independently or with a partner to complete this activity. How to Use these Id word Family Mats: The students can simply lay the images on top of the word or sentence. They can be placed in a file folder utilizing hook and loop fasteners to attach the images. A magnetic activity can be created by using a baking sheet and magnets to affix the images. Students will love the hands-on nature of this activity. The bold and colorful images will capture students' attention, and the easy to recognize pictures are sure to keep students engaged in learning. These literacy activities allow students to practice target words both in the context of sentences and in isolation. Where can these mats be used? Literacy Center - Students can work independently or with a partner to read these words Morning Tub or Basket - The cards can be placed in a morning bin for students to work on as students arrive to class. Small Group Activity - The teacher can choose a small group of students or a specific group of words for students to work on in a small group setting with the teacher. Hands On Assessment - The teacher can use these to test students on reading the target words in context or in isolation. Skills assessed through this activity: Reading IG words in context of a sentence and in isolation Reading comprehension The low-prep nature of this IG words matching mats activity makes it an easy to assign activity. The mats simply need to be printed out, while the matching cards need to be printed and cut. Lamination is optional for increased durability. Once created, this resource can be used repeatedly in literacy centers or small group activities, providing ongoing support for students' learning journey.

Author The Connett Connection

Tags Literacy Center, Phonics Activity, Kindergarten Literacy, Matching Mats, Simple Sentences, Reading Comprehension, CVC Words, Ig Word, IG Word Family